Question

In the decades following the Civil War, industrial technology progressed to such an extent that
Responses
A a more educated workforce was needed to run the machines.a more educated workforce was needed to run the machines.
B most manufacturers found that they no longer needed human labor power.most manufacturers found that they no longer needed human labor power.
C traditional craftworkers were able to maintain their share of the marketplace.traditional craftworkers were able to maintain their share of the marketplace.
D manufacturers were able to hire cheap labor to cut costs and maximize profits.

Answers

GPT-4o mini
The correct response is:

D. manufacturers were able to hire cheap labor to cut costs and maximize profits.

In the decades following the Civil War, industrialization led to the rise of factories and a focus on mass production. As a result, many manufacturers sought to reduce costs and increase efficiency by hiring cheap labor, often from immigrant populations and those seeking work in urban areas. This shift played a significant role in shaping the labor market and economic landscape of the time.